Trump says the strikes, backed by the U.S. and Israel, came after Iran refused to end its nuclear program; demonstrators took to the streets of Toronto when announcements poured in that the long-running ruler has been killed; a Canadian says he had to pay thousands of dollars for a flight to get back home after cartel violence broke out in Mexico; and more.

Trump says the strikes, backed by the U.S. and Israel, came after Iran refused to end its nuclear program; demonstrators took to the streets of Toronto when announcements poured in that the long-running ruler has been killed; a Canadian says he had to pay thousands of dollars for a flight to get back home after cartel violence broke out in Mexico; and more.

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CTV National News for Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026: Military strike kills Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei

Annie Bergeron-Oliver reports on Canada's GDP shrinking by 0.6 per cent in Q4 as firms cleared stockpiles amid trade fears, slowing growth to 1.7 per cent. Abigail Bimman examines the criticisms PM Mark Carney is facing over foreign interference remarks as he advances trade talks in India. Rachel Aiello examines new guidelines that recommend cholesterol screenings for children to detect genetic risks early and prevent heart disease.

Annie Bergeron-Oliver reports on Canada's GDP shrinking by 0.6 per cent in Q4 as firms cleared stockpiles amid trade fears, slowing growth to 1.7 per cent. Abigail Bimman examines the criticisms PM Mark Carney is facing over foreign interference remarks as he advances trade talks in India. Rachel Aiello examines new guidelines that recommend cholesterol screenings for children to detect genetic risks early and prevent heart disease.

CTV National News for Friday, Feb. 27, 2026: Canada's economy contracts 0.6 per cent in Q4, capping a turbulent 2025

Mike Le Couteur examines Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre’s speech on Canada-U.S. relations to the Economic Club of Canada on Thursday; A Canadian man with U.S. permanent residency shares his experiences while detained at an ICE processing centre for nearly four months. Andrew Johnson reports; Annie Bergeron-Oliver has more on the pushback from Canada's Sikh community after Ottawa downplayed threats of foreign interference by India.

Mike Le Couteur examines Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre&rsquo;s speech on Canada-U.S. relations to the Economic Club of Canada on Thursday; A Canadian man with U.S. permanent residency shares his experiences while detained at an ICE processing centre for nearly four months. Andrew Johnson reports; Annie Bergeron-Oliver has more on the pushback from Canada's Sikh community after Ottawa downplayed threats of foreign interference by India.

CTV National News for Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026: Poilievre takes firm stance against Trump during Canada-U.S. trade speech 

Annie Bergeron-Oliver reports on comments made by federal officials regarding prior allegations of foreign interference and transnational repression by India; Mike Le Couteur examines the ongoing trade war between Canada and the U.S. as Donald Trump reiterates his plans to utilize tariffs; Ottawa announced $8 million in aid for Cuba on Wednesday as the country faces worsening conditions amid the ongoing energy crisis. Heather Wright reports.

Annie Bergeron-Oliver reports on comments made by federal officials regarding prior allegations of foreign interference and transnational repression by India; Mike Le Couteur examines the ongoing trade war between Canada and the U.S. as Donald Trump reiterates his plans to utilize tariffs; Ottawa announced $8 million in aid for Cuba on Wednesday as the country faces worsening conditions amid the ongoing energy crisis. Heather Wright reports.

CTV National News for Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026: Military strike kills Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei

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